Hiking to the Snow Canyon Overlook – Worth Every Rocky Step (St. George, Utah)

Is the Snow Canyon Overlook worth the hike? This old guy laced up and found out. Starting from the Red Mountain Trailhead just north of Snow Canyon State Park, this out-and-back hike runs about 4.8 miles round trip with roughly 500–650 feet of gain. The first stretch is rocky, the last bit gets sandy, and then the ground just drops away. You end up on a clifftop looking down the entire length of Snow Canyon: red and white sandstone, black lava rock, and miles of Southern Utah in every direction. In this video: Trailhead, parking, and what to expect Trail conditions and difficulty (honest old-guy rating) The overlook and the views Tips for timing your hike (sunset is a winner) 📍 Red Mountain Trailhead, off SR-18 north of St. George, Utah 🥾 Distance: ~4.8 miles RT | Gain: ~500–650 ft | Rating: Easy–Moderate 🐕 Dog-friendly Bring more water than you think you need, wear real shoes for the rocks, and leave time to sit at the top. 👉 Subscribe for more trail reviews from the Southwest: @OldGuyHikingReviews